Geotechnical Intern

HDR, Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. in Austin, TX seeks a Geotechnical Intern to gain real-world experience on geotechnical projects while learning from leaders and mentors in an employee-owned culture.

This role is ideal for students pursuing engineering degrees who want to apply theory to practice in a collaborative environment. You will assist with standard engineering techniques, perform tasks under supervision, and contribute to project deliverables.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate Engineering program.
• Attention to detail.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Basic Microsoft Office skills.
• Commitment to our employee-owned culture.

Responsibilities

• Gain real-world experience on geotechnical projects.
• Participate in mentoring and young professionals programs.
• Apply standard engineering techniques and procedures.
• Perform assignments under the supervision of a professional or Project Manager.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Communication skills

MS Office

Education

Pursuing undergraduate or graduate Engineering degree

Tools

Geotechnical software

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story: https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

In the role of Geotechnical Intern, we'll count on you to:

• Gain real-world experience on exciting projects
• Connect with recent college graduates and our company leaders through mentoring and young professionals programs
• Apply standard engineering techniques and procedures
• Perform assignments under the direct supervision of a professional or Project Manager
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefer 2 years completed toward degree with 3.0+ GPA
• Demonstrated knowledge of software packages related to field of study/industry
• Geotechnical Engineering or Soil Mechanics (and Lab) coursework completed or planned before Summer 2027
• Master's student with a geotechnical engineering focus preferred

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate Engineering program
• Attention to detail
• Possess strong problem-solving and communication skills
• Basic Microsoft Office skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.